247. Million-Dollar Misunderstandings: How to Fix Tech-Business Disconnect

Companies invest millions in tech projects every day. Some deliver remarkable returns while others crash and burn, wasting fortunes and careers. The deciding factor? Rarely the technology itself—it's the disconnect between technical implementation and business objectives. In this episode, you'll learn a proven system for bridging this expensive gap. You will see how to diagnose misalignment, quantify its impact, and implement frameworks that create genuine understanding between technical and business teams. You'll get lessons you can use at work today. This episode is for you if you: Want make sure you get the best ROI on your tech innovation projects  Need to become the translator who can align technical realities with business goals Work in tech and are tired of business stakeholders changing requirements every week   For the transcript, go to: https://www.techfornontechies.co/blog/247-million-dollar-misunderstandings-how-to-fix-tech-business-disconnect   Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 00:56 Digital Transformation Failures 02:50 Tech and Business Misalignment 06:09 Diagnosing the Disconnect 09:03 Importance of Communication 11:59 Creating a Collaborative Culture 15:11 Taking Action on Survey Results     Resources mentioned in this episode: Harvard Business Review: Coding Isn’t a Necessary Leadership Skill — But Digital Literacy Is FREE download: Anonymous Survey on the Tech–Business Divide    For more career & tech lessons, subscribe to Tech for Non-Techies on: Apple Spotify YouTube Amazon Podcasts Stitcher Pandora   FREE COURSE: 5 Tech Concepts Every Business Leader Needs To Know Growth Through Innovation If your organisation wants to drive revenue through innovation, book a call with us here. Our workshops and innovation strategies have helped Constellation Brands, the Royal Bank of Canada and Oxford University.